(29/01/24), we engaged in a dialogue with women with disabilities to address the current state of sexual and reproductive health, as well as the political participation and literacy of women residing in the Colombo district. This discussion took place at the premises of the Election Commission of Sri Lanka.
Today is March 8, 2024, International Women’s Day. On behalf of the Nation Forum of Women with Disabilities, I salute all women as its President. When we studied the 2012 Census as an organization representing women with disabilities, we found that 57% of the population with disabilities were women. This community comprises more than ten…
Press Conference Highlights: Advocating for Disability Rights in Sri Lanka Mrs. Rasanjali Pathirage, President of the United Front of Disabled Persons Organizations and the Nation Forum of Women with Disabilities, recently participated in a press conference organized by MediaLK to address the rights and current situation of persons with disabilities in Sri Lanka. A well-respected…
Today marks a milestone for NFWD as we officially launch our operations in a brand-new office space! It was heartening to see a distinguished gathering join us for our office warming party, and we were truly touched by the flood of well-wishes pouring in from near and far. Your support means the world to us!…
We are delighted to share the success of the recent workshop organized by the Nation Forum of Women with Disabilities (NFWD) in the Puttalam district! On February 26th, 2024, at the Puttalam District Secretariat conference hall, we hosted an Awareness Program on Sexual and Reproductive Health tailored specifically for women with disabilities. The event was…
Ms. Rasanjali Pathirage, the chairperson of NFWD, along with senior staff members, actively participated in a conversation with women with disabilities. The focus of the discussion was to assess the prevailing conditions related to sexual and reproductive health, as well as the political involvement and literacy levels of women in the “Batticaloa” district. The engagement…
We are happy to announce the successful completion of yet another impactful Workshop on Sexual and Reproductive Health for Women with Disabilities and The Political Rights of Disabled Women in Matara! This workshop, which is part of our ongoing efforts to foster inclusion and empowerment, was graced by the presence of some esteemed individuals: –…
